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Make the most of your threat intelligence platform by following these tips

Threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) offer valuable insights to help detect and prevent breaches. However, fully utilizing them can be challenging without the right experience or expertise. The good news is that there are strategies to unlock the full potential of your TIP, turning it into a strategic asset that helps you stay ahead of cyber risks and prepare for future threats.

A step-by-step guide to building your own PC

Take charge of your computing experience by building your own PC. This guide will walk you through every step, from planning and selecting components to assembling your system, helping you create a machine perfectly tailored to your needs.

Start with a plan

Before jumping into shopping or assembling your PC, you should first consider three key factors: your primary use case, budget, and available physical space.

How smart tech is transforming healthcare

Imagine stepping into a hospital where your room automatically adjusts to your preferred temperature, medical devices collect and analyze real-time health data, and doctors use AI-assisted tools to deliver customized treatment plans. This isn’t a vision for the distant future but the new reality of smart hospitals.

A guide to effectively leveraging threat intelligence

Organizations that invest in threat intelligence platforms (TIPs) often struggle to use them effectively. TIPs are designed to collect, analyze, and share threat data, but they can become overwhelming or underutilized without the right approach. Our guide helps you choose a platform that aligns perfectly with your team’s skills and existing infrastructure, empowering you to respond to potential threats more efficiently and effectively.

Simple fixes for common network problems

You don’t need to be an IT expert to fix frustrating network errors. This post breaks down five common culprits — like DNS issues and IP conflicts — and explains how to resolve them using simple, practical solutions. Learn what to check, what to restart, and when to call for help.

8 Smart ways to slash your cloud costs

Cloud expenses can spiral fast but with smart strategies, you can rein them in. This article breaks down nine simple yet clever ways to slash your cloud costs, from setting budgets with built-in consoles to using spot instances and offloading cold data.

Ransomware is the leading threat to US critical infrastructure

The FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report reveals that ransomware attacks targeting healthcare, financial services, communications and other critical infrastructure in the US are on the rise. Experts warn that phishing and social engineering remain key drivers behind these attacks, highlighting an urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures.

5 Tips to boost IoT security in medical settings

The benefits of remote patient monitoring devices and other Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in healthcare are enormous, but so are the security risks. In this guide, we’ll cover ways healthcare providers can protect medical IoT devices from cyberthreats and ensure regulatory compliance.